Migori Senator Eddy Oketch has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leadership, demanding a response to allegations of constitutional violations by Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna.

• Senator Oketch alleges Sifuna’s gross misconduct, including promoting rival parties and disclosing confidential campaign finance information.
• He seeks Sifuna's immediate suspension from the Secretary-General role, removal from parliamentary leadership positions, and expulsion from the party.
• ODM Communications Director Philip Etale stated there are no plans to remove Sifuna, while Suba South MP Caroli Omondi dismissed Oketch's claims as lacking legal basis.

The Jubilee Party leadership, led by Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i, has strongly defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta against what they term “politically motivated” attacks from a faction within the ODM Party.

• Matiang’i asserted these attacks are a diversion from the current administration's failures, citing issues such as corruption, economic decline, and punitive taxation.
• The Jubilee Party is undergoing reorganization and plans to form strategic alliances to “reclaim good governance and the rule of law.”
• ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna later apologized to Uhuru, acknowledging insults from some party members despite his efforts in the 2022 elections.

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is at risk of losing its traditional strongholds due to internal divisions, allowing rival parties to gain ground, according to political analyst Alenga Torosterdt. This internal strife coincides with what would have been Raila Odinga’s 81st birthday, highlighting the challenges the party faces three months after Odinga’s passing.

• Torosterdt attributes ODM’s past dominance to Odinga’s personal connection with grassroots voters, rather than strong party structures.
• A December 2025 poll by TIFA Research revealed only 19 percent of ODM supporters favor backing President William Ruto in 2027, indicating a disconnect between leadership and grassroots sentiment.
• Key figures like National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga advocate for an alliance with Ruto’s re-election bid, while Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna opposes it, leading to accusations of campaign fund mismanagement.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party Leader Oburu Oginga met Secretary General Edwin Sifuna after a petition to expel the Nairobi Senator from the party was withdrawn. The meeting focused on party unity and growth.

• The petition to de-whip and expel Sifuna was withdrawn by Migori Senator Eddy Oketch.
• Oketch accused Sifuna of imposing personal opinions on ODM despite his role as official spokesperson.
• Oketch threatened to restart the process if internal party squabbles are not resolved within one week.